IHG
About us The Director, Government Affairs advances the interests of the company with legislators, regulators and other non-governmental stakeholders i
About us The Director, Government Affairs advances the interests of the company with legislators, regulators and other non-governmental stakeholders influencing federal policy development **.** The Director must develop excellent relationships with policymakers, formulate sophisticated advocacy on a broad range of policy issues, and provide clear guidance to the business about risks and opportunities.
This role is **based in Washington, DC** and reports to the Vice President, Government Affairs.
The main aspects of this role include, but are not limited to:
Lead and oversee IHG’s engagement in federal legislative and government affairs nationally, including:
+ Identifying policy priorities through internal stakeholder engagement.
+ Develop and maintain strategic relationships to enhance the company’s profile with policymakers and their staff, working closely with stakeholders and allies.
+ Formulate and execute policy advocacy and identify developments that might impact the company on a broad range of issues.
+ Managing a multi-issue policy portfolio, including analyzing relevant legislative and regulatory and developing company positioning.
+ Represents IHG externally with stakeholders and with key trade associations.
**Provide guidance to corporate senior leadership by:**
+ Informing senior leadership and developing executive communications on federal policy matters.
+ Educating legal and operations leaders on legislative/regulatory changes that impact business activity and providing guidance as they implement compliance strategies.
**Support other Government Affairs activities and projects, including:**
+ Identifying, shaping and/or creating opportunities at public events to educate policymakers about IHG to bolster company’s reputation.
+ Developing or overseeing the creation of content for internal and external communications related to federal policy developments.
+ Supporting the Government Affairs team in executing the government affairs advocacy objectives as well as ad hoc policy issues as they arise in the AMER region.
+ Executing a clear owner engagement plan on key policy initiatives and advocacy efforts at the federal level.
**Education -**
Four-year college degree required, with advanced studies or a graduate degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field preferred.
**Experience** –
10+ years of experience working in a federal legislative office, in a legislative affairs or policy role within a government agency, political campaign, or in a government relations role, or with a mix of government, campaign and private sector experience preferred.
**Technical Skill & Knowledge** –
+ Fluency with the federal political and legislative processes, as well as experience with grassroots and coalition management.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating confidence and professional impact in front of stakeholders.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and explain complicated concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.
+ Demonstrated ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance.
+ Efficient, organized work style and an ability to prioritize quickly and confidently.
+ Strong problem-solving skills with ability to creatively develop solutions as necessary.
+ Commitment to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity.
Requirements The Director, Government Affairs advances the interests of the company with legislators, regulators and other non-governmental stakeholders influencing federal policy development **.** The Director must develop excellent relationships with policymakers, formulate sophisticated advocacy on a broad range of policy issues, and provide clear guidance to the business about risks and opportunities.
This role is **based in Washington, DC** and reports to the Vice President, Government Affairs.
The main aspects of this role include, but are not limited to:
Lead and oversee IHG’s engagement in federal legislative and government affairs nationally, including:
+ Identifying policy priorities through internal stakeholder engagement.
+ Develop and maintain strategic relationships to enhance the company’s profile with policymakers and their staff, working closely with stakeholders and allies.
+ Formulate and execute policy advocacy and identify developments that might impact the company on a broad range of issues.
+ Managing a multi-issue policy portfolio, including analyzing relevant legislative and regulatory and developing company positioning.
+ Represents IHG externally with stakeholders and with key trade associations.
**Provide guidance to corporate senior leadership by:**
+ Informing senior leadership and developing executive communications on federal policy matters.
+ Educating legal and operations leaders on legislative/regulatory changes that impact business activity and providing guidance as they implement compliance strategies.
**Support other Government Affairs activities and projects, including:**
+ Identifying, shaping and/or creating opportunities at public events to educate policymakers about IHG to bolster company’s reputation.
+ Developing or overseeing the creation of content for internal and external communications related to federal policy developments.
+ Supporting the Government Affairs team in executing the government affairs advocacy objectives as well as ad hoc policy issues as they arise in the AMER region.
+ Executing a clear owner engagement plan on key policy initiatives and advocacy efforts at the federal level.
**Education -**
Four-year college degree required, with advanced studies or a graduate degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field preferred.
**Experience** –
10+ years of experience working in a federal legislative office, in a legislative affairs or policy role within a government agency, political campaign, or in a government relations role, or with a mix of government, campaign and private sector experience preferred.
**Technical Skill & Knowledge** –
+ Fluency with the federal political and legislative processes, as well as experience with grassroots and coalition management.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating confidence and professional impact in front of stakeholders.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and explain complicated concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.
+ Demonstrated ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance.
+ Efficient, organized work style and an ability to prioritize quickly and confidently.
+ Strong problem-solving skills with ability to creatively develop solutions as necessary.
+ Commitment to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity.
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